David Pecusa
Coolidge,AZ
Summary
Dedicated prep cook with expertise in safe food handling, teamwork, and efficient multitasking. Proven ability to maintain kitchen cleanliness and streamline food preparation processes, ensuring high-quality meal service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Central Arizona College Dining
Coolidge, AZ
08.2019 - Current
- Prepared and assembled a variety of ingredients for meal service, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to comply with health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing input on ingredient availability and preparation methods.
- Collaborated with culinary staff to optimize food production processes and improve kitchen efficiency.
- Prepared ingredients and dishes according to standardized recipes and food safety guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring cleanliness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and ensure stock availability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Trained new staff on proper cooking techniques and kitchen protocols to maintain quality standards.
- Implemented time-saving techniques that improved overall meal preparation speed without sacrificing quality.
- Conducted regular quality checks on prepared foods, ensuring consistency and adherence to presentation standards.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Assembled, stored and disposed of food using proper food handling, labeling and safety techniques.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines and proper equipment usage.
- Excelled under pressure during peak service hours, maintaining accuracy and speed throughout meal rushes.
- Upheld high standards of food quality by regularly inspecting ingredients for freshness and discarding any subpar items.
- Improved overall kitchen workflow by multitasking effectively and anticipating needs of fellow staff members.
Food Service Worker
Hotevilla Bacavi Community School
Hotevilla, AZ
08.2004 - 05.2009
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to students in compliance with dietary guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas, ensuring health standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, grills, and food processors.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing input on student preferences and seasonal ingredients.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly adapting to various roles within the food service environment as needed.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ05-2019
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Efficient multitasking
- Time management
- Following instructions
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Cleanliness
- Quick-learning
- Dependable and reliable
- Kitchen organization
Timeline
Prep Cook
Central Arizona College Dining
08.2019 - Current
Food Service Worker
Hotevilla Bacavi Community School
08.2004 - 05.2009
Associate of Science - Culinary
Central Arizona College